On Wed, 23 Apr 2008 08:56:14 -0400, Norm VE3CZI wrote:

I recently acquired a nice 1950 shortwave receiver but has been exposed
to a tobacco smoker during it's existance. Anyone have good method of
removing the film without damaging decals on front panel?

Tnx...Norm VE3CZI

Ive always had good luck removing smoke film with 409.
Spray on, let sit for several seconds, then wipe away or blot with paper
towel. It wont eat paint or silk screening.

As with any restoration, try a test patch somewhere first, like on the
back or side near the bottom.